Get your family picture taken with your pet and Santa.  All to raise money for the Cat House in McPherson.

Learn about a new program available through the McPherson City office and The State of Kansas, designed ot help you purchase a home. Debbie Hawkinson from the McPherson Chamber of Commerce sits down with Austin Regier to talk about it.

A longer detailed look at the first year of the debate club at McPherson Middle School

Schedule a personalized tour of McPherson College, see and learn what intrests you.  Hear all of the details here

Discover all of the wonderful reasons to shop McPherson thi sholiday season, along with the latest information from the McPherson Chamber of commerce.   McPherson ...  Where Santa Shops.

Learn more about the Boiler House and the updates to the Field House at McPherson College.

The McPherson Veterans Day program from November 11, 2024 at the McPherson Park Department, formerly the National Guard Armory. 

It's our first McPherson College update of the new school year.  Learn about fall enrollment and The Boiler house-the newest building on campus

The fall preview.

A season preview with Lady Bullpup Golfer sand their Coach

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with David and Christena Weber of Weber Auto Glass. They discuss what it takes to make the leap of faith to start a business and the importance of a supportive community.

Presentation of the Chamber's 2024 Presidents Award to Mayor Tom Brown. Brown was introduced by past Chamber president Aaron Mayfield, who was introduced by Logan Schrag, who won the 2023 Emerging Leader Award. 

Presentation of the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Emerging Leader Award to Kena Daucus at their 2024 annual meeting October 22nd. Kena was introduced by incoming Chamber president Carlyn Lemon 

Population growth, why candidates decided to run, and closing statements.

Public Health and infrastructure

Questions 2-4, dealing with budget priorities, commercial solar, zoning of of unzoned areas.

Part 1 of 4, including opening statements and first question 

Football isn't really football without the band.  Learn more about the MHS marching band and all of the hard work they do to put a great product on the field.

A look at why sponsorships and memberships are so important to to the McPherson Opera House.  Part of the Friday Morning Magazine on Ad Astra Cares with Mary Steffes. 

Erica Rivera, Executive Director, and Kelly Miller, Board Member join us to share about a very special fundraiser at the Fox Theatre in Hutchinson on November 2nd. Learn more and get your tickets at https://www.hutchinsonfox.com/.

Erica Rivera, Executive Director, and Kelly Miller, Board Member, join us to share the who and why behind Beyond Barriers. Learn more about the Mission of Beyond Barriers at https://www.beyondbarriersks.com/about-us.

It's all about Friday night lights...  and all of the work that goes into McPherson Bullpup football

Let's take a look at the McPherson Cross Country Team and how their season is starting.

 An indepth look at th eupcoming Housing Conference in McPherson, September 26th 2024.  

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Darren Thomas of HTeaO Hutchinson, as they discuss tips for new entrepreneurs, how they approached joining a franchise, the importance of local connections, and what it means to be a buffalo.

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Kurt von Ahnen of Mañana No Mas, which started as a digital marketing firm that grew into an eLearning and eCommerce developer. They discuss the growth and changes in the business and Kurts transitions from New Mexico, to California, and finally to Hutchinson.

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer on location  in Haven as he sits down with Jen Brummer of Jenz Java. They discuss what the drive thru coffee shop has to offer as well as meeting the needs of their local community. 

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer on location at Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm in Nickerson with Joe and Aryn Hedrick. They discuss the evolution of the farm and bed and breakfast, traveling around the country, and their commitment to the community. 

Ready to take your business to the next level? Meet Mario Hawkins, our new Entrepreneur Navigator at StartUp Hutch! Whether you're starting a new business, boosting your side hustle, or growing your existing venture, Mario is here to help you succeed.

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Andrew Penrose, owner of Jack’s for All Trades, a business in Buhler, Kansas, as they talk about the importance of planning ahead and hard work when you take over an existing business and the importance of working together with your community.

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Sam Foreman of Foreman Law Group to discuss some of the legal matters that come with starting and running a business as well as insights from Sam’s own entrepreneurial journey. 

Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Shelly Bartel, co-owner of Bartel Kitchen and Bath, a business in Buhler Kansas, as they talk about the hard work that goes into creating a successful small business, the importance of carrying on the traditions of a family owned business, taking care of your customers in the changing economy, and working together as a community to create a thriving local economy for small businesses.

In this episode, Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer interviews Nathan Hiatt of High Point Pharms. They delve into topics such as the current state and future of the CBD and hemp industries, running a family business, and government regulations surrounding these industries.

 Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Logan Lawson of Sensor Dynamix to discuss Logan's move back to Reno county as well as the highs and lows of the first few years of starting his business and the importance of perseverance.

Tune in to the latest episode of The HotSeat by StartUp Hutch!Join Executive Director Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Sarah Diamond, Downtown Manager at the Hutch Chamber to discuss local events, upcoming grant opportunities, community growth, and the downtown master plan.With approximately 75 new businesses since 2019, Sarah discusses the positive momentum and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit shaping the community.

The latest episode of The HotSeat by StartUp Hutch is available now!Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Bud Conklin of Conklin Cars to discuss running a long standing successful business in Reno County. Topics included successful strategies, difficulties and challenges, and transitioning from one generation to the next.

The latest episode of The HotSeat by StartUp Hutch is available now!Join Entrepreneur Navigator Jackson Swearer as he sits down with Jim Seitnater, the Interim Director of Planning and Development at the city of Hutchinson and prior Downtown Development Manager, to discuss the history of the development of downtown and what resources are available to small business owners as they look to develop historic properties.

Three McPherson High School students raised over 77,000 to help fund cancer research in just 7 weeks.  Hear their story here.

418 Focus on the McPherson High School Jazz band

A 418 Focus on Washington Elementaryy School and their "Girls on the Run" program

An in depth look at the McPherson High School's Choir and special groups successes this shcool year.

This is an interview with Diane Davies, co-owner of the McPherson radio stations from 1985 to 2022. This interview was recorded January 6th, 2024, 12 days before the passing of her husband Jerry.

Tim Hughes, one of the sons of long time McPherson radio icon Claude Hughes, shares some of his memories of his father, including some of the things he and his siblings were called upon to help out with, including stories about a key piece of equipment from the radio station's early days which he still has.

Kirby Hughes Gould, a daughter of longtime McPherson Radio Icon Claude Hughes, shares some of her memories of her dad and how that background shaped her long time career.

Adastra Cares interview with Dr Shiloh Vincent about the Capitol Improvement Group reaching their fund raising goal.

Sonya Tipp joins Ad Astra Cares to discuss the startup of the Rice County Child Advocacy Center.

Lauren from McPherson Main Street talks about extending the dealine for chef's to register to be a part of the Burning Down Main Chili Cook-Off 10/7

McPherson Chamber Chat on the upcoming car show and other events at the McPherson American Legion